Justin Henegar
Professor of Practice
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Certified Kingdom Advisor®
Chartered Financial Analyst
Contact Information
Courses I Teach
- PFP 101 - Money 101
- PFP 462 - Personal Investment Concepts
- PFP 762 - Investing for the Family’s Future I
- PFP 764 - Estate Planning for Families
- PFP 766 - Insurance Planning for Families
- PFP 835 - Professional Practice Management
Education
- Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning, Kansas State University
- M.S. in Finance, Texas A&M University-Commerce
- M.B.A. with an emphasis in Leadership and Organization Development, Oklahoma Christian Univeristy
- B.L.S. in Liberal Studies, University of Oklahoma
Area(s) of Specialization
- Specializes in values-based financial strategies, portfolio optimization, and financial literacy education
- Expertise in asset allocation, tax-efficient investing, and client relationship management
- Bridges academic research with practical financial applications through innovative curriculum development
- Integrates ethical frameworks into financial planning, promoting responsible wealth building and long-term financial well-being
Biography
Dr. Henegar is a distinguished finance and wealth management professional with a comprehensive background spanning academia and industry. Currently serving as Professor of Practice in Financial Planning at Kansas State University, Justin has transformed the curriculum with tailored coursework in insurance planning, investments, and estate planning, achieving an 8% CAGR in graduate enrollment through innovative program design. His commitment to financial literacy and practical education extends from his academic roles to his impactful leadership of student investment funds, where he managed portfolios valued at $5.5 million.
In addition to his academic career, Justin is the Managing Director of 724 Asset Management, where he leads portfolio construction and multi-asset investment strategies, significantly increasing client assets and enhancing financial advising standards. Previously, as Assistant Professor of Finance at Taylor University, he established multiple professional pathways for students, including partnerships for CFA, CFP®, and CKA certifications, resulting in a 30% growth in finance department enrollment.
His research and executive roles at the Ron Blue Institute further exemplify his dedication to integrating values-based principles in finance, where he directed projects and developed educational materials now used in universities nationwide. Justin’s distinctive approach, merging scholarly rigor with industry insights, has earned him a reputation as an influential thought leader in financial planning. Holding a Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning along with CFA, CFP®, and CKA® credentials, he is committed to advancing ethical and practical financial decision-making through both educational initiatives and client-centered wealth strategies.